Scientists from Tokyo Metropolitan University have used aligned “metallic” carbon nanotubes to create a device which converts heat to electrical energy (a thermoelectric device) with a higher power output than pure semiconducting carbon nanotubes (CNTs) in random networks. The new device bypasses the troublesome trade-off in semiconductors between conductivity and electrical voltage, significantly outperforming its counterpart. High power thermoelectric devices may pave the way for more efficient use of waste heat, like wearable electronics.

SEMI today announced that Mitsunobu (Nobu) Koshiba of JSR Corporation has won the SEMI Sales and Marketing Excellence Award, inspired by Bob Graham, for 2019. The 22nd recipient of the award, Koshiba will be honored for his role in developing and bringing to market multiple photoresist generations that have been critical to the semiconductor industry. He will be recognized during ceremonies at SEMICON Japan 2019, December 11-13, at Tokyo Big Sight in Tokyo. “SEMI is proud and grateful to count Mitsunobu Koshiba among our most inspirational and progressive industry leaders,” said Ajit Manocha, president and CEO of SEMI. “His vision, resolve and innovative spirit have been instrumental in advancing our industry. Today, SEMI and its membership honor Koshiba-san for his major contributions to semiconductor manufacturing.”